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Honors Algebra II
Syllabus for 2009 - 2010
Instructor:
Class location:
Class time:
Availability:
Phone:
E-mail:
Ms. Hagner
W318
period 4, M – F, year
flex and period 8, room W318
763-258-5502
[email protected]
Course Overview:
Algebra II begins with a through review of the field axioms (properties) and number sets used
within Algebra I. This course places heavy emphasis on functions, their graphs, applications,
and notation used. Several types of functions are explored including, but not limited to: linear,
quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, rational algebraic, irrational algebraic, polynomial, and
trigonometric. Systems of equations and inequalities are also explored.
Additional Course Information:
Pre-requisite: B or above in Honors Algebra I or and A in Algebra I and teacher
recommendation.
Textbook:
Algebra and Trigonometry; Paul Foerster, Addison-Wesley
replacement cost: $70
Required Materials:
textbook
notebook/3-ring binder
writing implement
graph paper
TI-83+ or TI-84 graphing calculator
Class Expectations:

Be disciplined from within – take ownership of your education and your actions.

When you fall short, follow the 3 A’s:
o Acknowledge that you made a mistake
o Apologize for it
o Act differently next time

In all aspects of behavior, the Providence Academy Code of Conduct should guide you. You are
expected to adhere to the policies, practices, and behavior expectations outlined in the Student
Handbook.
Grading Scale:
93% - 100%
90 – 92.9%
87 – 89.9%
83 – 86.9%
80 – 82.9%
77 – 79.9%
A
AB+
B
BC+
73 – 76.9%
70 – 72.9%
67 – 69.9%
63 – 66.9%
60 – 62.9%
below 60%
C
CD+
D
DF
Course Assessment:
Quarter grades will be based on the following weighting:
problem sets
quizzes
tests
15%
35%
50%
Semester grades will be determined by averaging the two quarter grades (40% each) and the
semester exam (20%).
Assessment policies:
Under no circumstance may a calculator be shared between students during any assessment.
Excused absence: Students have one day to make up work for each day of an excused absence.
Unexcused absence: Students will receive a zero for any assessments given on the day of an
unexcused absence.
There is a 10% penalty per day for any work turned in late.
Scholastic dishonesty is not tolerated and will result in a zero for the assignment.
Course Content:
.
Quarter 1: Chapter 1: Preliminary Information
sets of numbers
the field axioms
variables and expressions
polynomials
equations
inequalities
properties provable from the axioms
Chapter 2: Functions and Relations
graphs of equations with two variables
graphs of functions
functions in the real world
graphs of functions and relations
Chapter 3: Linear Functions
introduction to linear functions
properties of linear function graphs
other forms of the linear function equation
equations of linear functions from their graphs
linear functions as mathematical models
Quarter 2:
Chapter 4: Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities
introduction to linear systems
solution of systems in linear equations
second-order determinants
f(x) terminology, and systems as models
linear equations with three or more variables
systems of linear equations with three or more variables
solution of second-order systems by augmented matrices
solution of higher-order systems by augmented matrices
systems of linear inequalities
linear programming
Chapter 5: Quadratic Functions and Complex Numbers
introduction of quadratic functions
graphs of quadratic functions
x-intercepts and the quadratic formula
imaginary and complex numbers
evaluating quadratic functions
equations of quadratic functions from their graphs
quadratic and linear functions as mathematical models
Chapter 6: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
introduction to exponential functions
exponentiation for positive integer exponents
properties of exponentiation
exponentiation for rational exponents
powers and radicals without calculators
scientific notation
exponential equations solved by graphing
Quarter 3:
Chapter 6: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
exponential equations solved by logarithms
logarithms with other bases
properties of logarithms
inverses of functions
exponential and other functions as mathematical models
Chapter 7: Rational Algebraic Functions
introduction to rational algebraic functions
rational function graphs
special products and factoring
more factoring and graphing
long and synthetic division of polynomials
factoring higher degree polynomials
products and quotients of rational expressions
sums and differences of rational expressions
fractional equations and extraneous solutions
variation functions
Quarter 4:
Chapter 8: Irrational Algebraic Functions
introduction to irrational algebraic functions
graphs of irrational functions
radicals and simple radical form
radical equations
variation functions with non-integer exponents
functions of more than one independent variable
Chapter 9: Quadratic Relations
parabolic relations
circles
Chapter 13: Trigonometric and Circular Functions
introduction to periodic functions
measurements of arcs and rotation
definitions of trigonometric and circular functions
unit circle
graphs of trigonometric and circular functions
Tentative Course Schedule:
Quarter 1:
Quarter 2:
week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
topics covered
1.1, 1.3 – 1.5
1.6, review of chapter 1
1.2, 1.7, 2.1
2.2 – 2.4, review of chapter 2
3.1 – 3.4
3.5, review of chapter 3, 4.1
4.1 – 4.2 (MEA Break)
4.2, 4.3, 4.5
4.4, 4.6
week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
topics covered
4.7 – 4.8
4.10 – 4.11
review of chapter 4, 5.1, 5.2
5.3 (Thanksgiving Break)
5.4 – 5.7
5.7, review of chapter 5
6.1 – 6.5
(Christmas Break)
6.6, review of 6.1 – 6.6
review for semester exam
8
9
assessments
chapter 1 test
chapter 2 test
chapter 3 test
assessments
chapter 4 test
chapter 5 test
none
chapter 6a test
semester 1 exam
Quarter 3:
Quarter 4:
week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
topics covered
6.7 – 6.8
6.9 – 6.11
6.12, 6.14
review of 6.6 – 6.14
7.1 – 7.3
7.4 – 7.6
7.6, review 7.1 – 7.6, 7.7
7.8 – 7.10
7.11, review of 7.7 – 7.10
(Spring Break)
week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
topics covered
8.1 (NCEA conference)
8.2 – 8.4
8.4 – 8.5, review of chapter 8
9.1 – 9.2
13.1 – 13.2
13.3 – 13.4
13.5, review of chapter 13
TBD
review for semester exam
assessments
chapter 6b test
chapter 7a test
chapter 7b test
none
assessments
chapter 8 test
quiz 9.1 – 9.2
chapter 13 test
semester 2 exam
This syllabus may be subject to revision as the course progresses.